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firing line

firing line

 
pronunciation:
faI rIng laIn
part of speech: noun
definition 1: the line or set of positions from which troops fire at an enemy or targets.
definition 2: the troops stationed on this line.
definition 3: the forefront or most exposed position in any activity or endeavor.
The president is really on the firing line for his controversial policies.